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3 tips when shopping for a perfume
Looking for the perfect perfume can be daunting, with endless options lining the shelves. It's easy to get nose-blind and overwhelmed after a few sniffs. Luckily, there are knowledgeable experts and helpful staff members available at the perfume counter. Simply let them know your likes and dislikes, and they'll help you find the perfect perfume without having to test every bottle on display.
Knowing how a perfume is made can simplify your search. It consists of 3 parts: the base note, the heart note, and the top note.
- The base note forms the foundation and lingers on your skin for the longest time.
- The heart note or middle note, is the essence and core of the perfume.
- The top note is the first impression of the perfume and is often described as the freshest part.
Want to learn more about perfume notes? Check out this in-depth guide.
When you're shopping for a new perfume, it's natural to be drawn to attractive packaging. But, a perfume is much more than just its outer appearance, so look beyond the packaging.
Don't be afraid to try the ones that don't immediately catch your eye. A perfume's scent is a complex combination of notes and ingredients. And sometimes the most beautiful perfumes are hidden in unremarkable packaging. Give different perfumes a chance, even if they don't initially spark that "must-have" feeling.